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Our nutrition advisors are constantly keeping up with the latest research in natural ingredients and health conditions. Writing blogs using clinical research on relevant topics is a pivotal part of our ongoing formulation process.
On this page you can find in depth insights into health issues and related ingredients.
The Christmas party season is a whirlwind of fun, friends and let’s be honest, often a little indulgence. We’ve taken three powerful, science-backed wellness tips to help you keep your...
Between the social calendar, gift wrapping, travel and late-night laughter, it’s easy to end the year feeling completely depleted. Here at AltruVita, we believe that feeling good isn’t about restriction;...
Our SIBO protocol isn't just about managing symptoms; it’s about addressing the root cause and then rebuilding a resilient gut environment. Read on to discover the tools and knowledge to...
Discover how AltruVita take a natural approach to treating the unpleasant symptoms of SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth).
For those with vitamin D deficiency, especially those suffering from fatigue, pain and immunity problems, it’s really important to get those levels back up to a normal range (>50 nmol/L)....
A breakthrough immune system discovery could tackle superbugs. Discover how your body fights bacteria and how to support your immunity with supplements from Altruvita.
It All Starts in the Gut: Your Summer Wellness Boost with AltruVita At AltruVita, we believe that great health doesn’t start in the gym or the mirror — it starts...
You might know turmeric as the golden-yellow spice. If your curry powder is yellow there’s probably a lot of turmeric in it! Turmeric contains the naturally occurring phytochemical, curcumin, which...
Curcumin (diferuloylmethane) is the natural plant chemical (phytochemical) in the common, bright yellow spice named turmeric. Indian, Chinese, and Western herbal medicines traditionally use turmeric, for conditions such as poor...
What are probiotics? Probiotics are live microorganisms that confer a health benefit to the host when administered in adequate amounts (WHO). Probiotic strains sold via reputable companies are well-researched, and...
Over the past 20 years there’s been mounting evidence for the use of curcumin for digestive complaints. Curcumin is the name given to a group of powerful anti-inflammatory* and antioxidant*...
As with black tea, phenolic compounds/polyphenols (antioxidants) present in tea leaves bind to dietary iron and significantly inhibit its absorption. Absorption is inhibited by up to 28% in green tea...
Lots of people take supplements out of habit but they don’t really know why! Why am I taking vitamin C? Perhaps the best-known and most widely promoted use of high-dose...
Inflammatory bowel disease is a term for both Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis which are chronic inflammatory diseases of the digestive system. In Crohn’s disease, inflammation can occur anywhere from...
Inflammatory bowel disease is a term for both Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis which are chronic inflammatory diseases of the digestive system. In Crohn’s disease, inflammation can occur anywhere from...
Some natural compounds exhibit very good antiviral properties. The medicinal plant Humulus lupulus (hop) contains the flavonoid xanthohumol which has previously shown antiviral activities. Xanthohumol has also been found...